Model Year | 2021 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5300 353 Nm@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 kW@5600 350 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,933 mm | 4,595 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,462 kg | 1,557 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,011 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 942 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 899 mm | 69 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 445 L | 340 L | 105 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu.
2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |